Herman Hell

Examiner
DISC Type : cs

Happiness Ambassador (co-owner) at SUGO Pizza Restaurants

The Randstad, Netherlands

Overview

Herman Hell is the founder of Hells Kitchen Horeca Groep, a major hospitality player in Rotterdam with over 600 employees and more than a dozen unique locations. An entrepreneur for over 24 years, he started with a single café and has built an award-winning portfolio. He studied communication at Inholland University of Applied Sciences.

Outside of his business, Herman is an aspiring world traveler. In an interview, he stated that he doesnt have hobbies because his work is his passion, and he gets nervous if the company isnt growing. He is a passionate supporter of the Rotterdam football club, Feyenoord.

He was named Horecaondernemer van het Jaar (Hospitality Entrepreneur of the Year) in 2023.

Personality Overview

Process Oriented

Tough To Convince

Overcautious

Being observant comes to them naturally.  They are quite aware of their needs and limitations, so they are unlikely to over-promise. The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof.

Topics They Care About

Hospitality Expansion
Continuously growing his hospitality empire, recently acquiring and relaunching the historic Rotterdam venue 'De Machinist', his thirteenth establishment.
Rotterdam Entrepreneurship
His entire 24-year journey is deeply rooted in Rotterdam, evolving from an 'underdog' with one café to a major local industry leader.
Concept Development
He creates diverse and talked-about hospitality experiences, from extravagant concepts like 'Grace' and 'Zalmhuis' to timeless classic pubs.

Media Appearances

Herman has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2018
Happiness Ambassador (co-owner) at SUGO Pizza Restaurants
8-2001
Founder - Owner at Hells Kitchen Horeca Groep
8-2001 - 8-2013
eigenaar at De Hofnar eten & drinken Rotterdam

Education

1995 - 2000
communicatie from Inholland University of Applied Sciences
1989 - 1995
Middelbare School from City College

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Exp : 24 Location : The Randstad, Netherlands Job Level : Leadership Designation : Happiness Ambassador (co-owner) at SUGO Pizza Restaurants
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Insights For Selling To Herman

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Spend time addressing concerns around risk and change, they will have them even if they don't express them
  • First of all, focus on building their confidence by sharing examples, case studies etc.
  • Expect them to be vague in response to your questions, ask firmly and pointedly

DONT's

  • Don't be very accepting if that is your natural style, stay firm
  • Don't rely on relationship building even if they act pleasantly
  • Avoid getting into storytelling mode, especially when they ask specific questions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Herman is

  • For them, low risk and acceptance by others are very important, followed by proof of ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Herman

  • They are unlikely to say no, it's better to stop yourself once you have exhausted all the options.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Herman move?

  • They do not like to take decisions in a hurry, so they could be slow in making their mind up.
  • Can Herman take some risk or not?

  • They are low on risk-appetite and prefer to make informed decisions.

You And Herman

Personality Compatibility


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